Open AccessThe Landscape in Global Tobacco Control Research: A Guide to Gaining a Foothold
Author(s) -
Harry A. Lando,
Belinda Borrelli,
Laura Cousino Klein,
Linda Waverley,
Frances A. Stillman,
Jon D. Kassel,
Kenneth E. Warner
Publication year - 2005
Publication title -
american journal of public health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.284
H-Index - 264
eISSN - 1541-0048
pISSN - 0090-0036
DOI - 10.2105/ajph.2004.047167
Subject(s) - tobacco control , low and middle income countries , developing country , tobacco industry , public health , tobacco use , control (management) , global health , smoking prevalence , political science , economic growth , developed country , business , environmental health , public relations , medicine , economics , management , population , nursing , law
Smoking prevalence is shifting from more- to less-developed countries. In higher-income countries, smoking surveillance data, tailored treatments, public health campaigns, and research-based policy implementation have led to a decrease in tobacco use. In low- and middle-income countries, translating research into practice and policy is integral for tobacco control. We describe the landscape of existing resources, both financial and structural, to support global tobacco control research and strengthen research capacity in developing countries. We identify key organizations that support international efforts, provide examples of partnerships between developed and developing countries, and make recommendations for advancing global tobacco research. There is a need for increased commitment from organizations to support global tobacco control research.